Supercar Revolution : The Fastest Cars of All Time by John Lamm (US edition, hardcover) - 9780760363348

Publisher: Motorbooks International

ISBN 13: 9780760363348

Condition: Brandnew

Binding: hardcover

Pages: 240

Dimensons: 279 x 216 x 30.48 | 1360.78 (gram)

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Summary:

In Supercar Revolution, designers, engineers, racers, and celebrities weigh in to give you the comprehensive story of these incredible machines.

Supercar Revolution charts the evolution of the battle for performance and supremacy among the world’s leading marques, including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Porsche, Aston Martin, and Ford GT.If you want to get to know the ins and outs of the high-budget, near space-age vehicles we call supercars, then you need look no further. Supercar Revolutionprofiles the designers and engineers who developed these beasts, and includes interviews with the racers and celebrities who drive them. And that’s not to mention the fabulous photographs of the supercars themselves you’ll find throughout this highly produced volume. Jay Leno, the host of Jay Leno’s Garage and one of the best-known automotive collectors and enthusiasts in the world, is also featured in several hilarious and informative commentaries. You’ll love his many stories and be informed by his opinions on these incredible cars (many of which he owns).Supercar Revolution conveys the power of automotive aesthetics and performance as they’re pushed to their absolute limits like you’ve never seen before. It is a new benchmark in automotive publishing, and is destined to become a classic history of these incredible marques.

Quotes:"It’s like attending a car show with a friend who wants to help you understand why what you’re seeing is unique, interesting, and cool."—Forbes.com."Supercar Revolution" conveys the power of automotive aesthetics and performance as they're pushed to their absolute limits like you've never seen before. It is a new benchmark in automotive publishing, and is destined to become a classic history of these incredible marques. An absolute 'must read' for all dedicated car buffs. —Midwest Book Review"Supercar Revolution is rather wonderfully written by longtime notable car scribe John Lamm. Alumnus of Road Track, Automobile Magazine and various other nicely done books and special pieces found hither and yon." —Tony Borroz, Automoblog.netAuthor Bio: